An intelligence expert said while Vladimir Putin is 'more informed' of the difficulties Russian forces face, it is 'not clear' that he has the 'full picture of just how challenged they are'.
US intelligence experts have said they expect a"reduced tempo" in fighting in Ukraine to last several months, with both sides looking to prepare for a counter-offensive after the winter.
Avril Haines told the annual Reagan National Defense Forum in California:"We're seeing a kind of a reduced tempo already of the conflict ... and we expect that's likely to be what we see in the coming months".
Intense Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities have resulted in emergency blackouts and water and electricity shortages, affecting millions of people across the country. Despite significant strategic setbacks for Russia, including Moscow's withdrawal from the southern city of Kherson in November, it is continuing its efforts to dig in for the winter and to continue attacks on other regions.'The resilience of Ukraine is key'Ms Haines said she thought Vladimir Putin had been surprised that his military has not accomplished more in the war.
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